The Lower School

Our focus is on wellbeing 5 S e t t l i n g i n As their first year at Abingdon drew to a close we asked three pupils for advice they would give to pupils starting in the First Year. Watch some video snippets to get to know the School. Details of our pastoral care . We recognise that the move to senior school can be slightly daunting so we have a range of induction days and activities to help our new first years get to know each other, even before term starts. By bringing the pupils together, helping them to find friends and their way around the school campus, they are reassured about starting at Abingdon and they settle quickly. There are two induction days before the start of term, where, besides getting to know each other, pupils will have the opportunity to spend time with their tutor and housemaster. The Lower School Housemaster also writes to each boy over the summer holiday with a Helpful Hints booklet which explains in a bit more detail about what to expect. Pupils, and their parents, can also email the Lower School Housemaster if they have any queries. Soon after the beginning of term, first years take part in team building activities where they develop their communication and listening skills and have a go at problem solving. Each first year pupil is paired with a ‘mentor’ from the Second Year who they will meet with on a regular basis. There is also a group of sixth form students who are Lower School Assistants and organise weekly activities for the first years and provide help for our newest pupils to get to know the school. Further information: